Asked by preet malhotra on Jun 15, 2024

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How is a direct correlation different from an indirect correlation?

Direct Correlation

A positive relationship between two variables where an increase in one variable results in an increase in the other.

Indirect Correlation

A relationship between two variables where as one variable increases, the other decreases, and vice versa.

  • Decode the significance of negative and positive correlation coefficients in the context of variables' interrelations.
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Daryl ßoodhooJun 18, 2024
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If variables change in the same direction,then there is a direct (or positive)correlation.If variables change in opposite directions,then there is an indirect (or negative)correlation.